1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Because 1964 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
